ISW Treatment for the Skeletal Class III with Anterior Crossbite and Minor Facial Asymmetry

Abstract

ABSTRACT Skeletal class III with anterior crossbite is a very common orthodontic problem in Taiwan. Early diagnosis and treatment are very important to achieve effective correction. This article reports the treatment outcomes using improved superelastic TiNi alloy wire (ISW; developed by Tokyo Medical and Dental University) for a case of skeletal class III malocclusion with anterior crossbite and lower anterior crowding combined minor facial asymmetry. ISW allowed relief of crowding to facilitate correction for this case. In comparison with the traditional treatment with SSW multiple L loops of class III patient, ISW multiloop edgewise archwire (MEAW) can provide a more efficient and easier way for the patient. After 16 months of treatment, a desirable outcome was achieved and patient was satisfied with the treatment procedure and result. How to cite this article Tseng CH, Jian-Hong YU. ISW Treatment for the Skeletal Class III with Anterior Crossbite and Minor Facial Asymmetry. Int J Experiment Dent Sci 2013;2(1):53-59.